The Polite Perspective

Gift giving is personal. Once someone is an adult, it becomes less about checking off a wishlist and more about paying attention. When you know someone well enough to pick something they will actually enjoy, that is the real art gift giving. And while I try to stay humble, I am pretty darn good at it. A quick etiquette note. Asking someone for a list can feel a little like saying, “I have not taken the time to notice what you might like.” If you are the selective one and know

Recently, I spent a week in Burlington, Vermont, training with my friends at The Emily Post Institute. As a group of etiquette coaches, we spent hours talking about dining etiquette, and honestly, we could have gone on for days. We were there to learn and to hone our skills to teach others, so in that same spirit, I'm here to help you as you sit down for holiday dinners and throughout the year. When you feel confident at the table, you can stop overthinking every move and act

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